4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Basingstoke to Southampton
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
46 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Basingstoke to Southampton is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke to Southampton will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 buses that leave Basingstoke for Southampton every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 46 km distance in an average of 1 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest buses will take 1 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Basingstoke to Southampton
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke to Southampton among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 46 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£17 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 42m Average total duration 1h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration Fastest 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Basingstoke to Southampton bus times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke to Southampton coaches for today, Tuesday 11 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:00 Basingstoke | 1h05 | 12:05 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:20 Basingstoke | 1h00 | 19:20 Southampton | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Basingstoke to Southampton
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Buses from Basingstoke to Southampton run on average 4 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £5 by train.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest coach covers the 46 km distance in 1h 18m.
Distance 46 km |
Average bus duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 1h 18m |
First bus 00:01 |
Last bus 23:52 |
Bus providers: National Express from Basingstoke to SouthamptonYou can travel by bus between Basingstoke to Southampton with National Express for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Basingstoke to Southampton coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke to Southampton by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Southampton, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Basingstoke, Alençon Link (Malls Shopping Centre - Stop Z), which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Southampton, Coach Station, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke and Southampton
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Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Express (in the station)
- Sandwich Bar (in the station).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: U1, U2, U6, X4 Train: South Western Railway
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